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A mother of two undergoes a medical nightmare, complete with a misdiagnosis and an unneeded surgery. In September 2024, Rhian Butlin, 32, suffered “excrutiating” stomach pain. However, her symptoms were dismissed as polycystic ovary syndrome. Two months later, she was rushed to the emergency room in agony and abdominal swelling so severe she looked nine...

Sarah Biren

Sarah Biren

Food Journalist

Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder and the most prevalent form of dementia globally. It affects daily life, adversely hindering memory, cognition, and altering behavior.  Alzheimer’s cases are suspected to double in prevalence by 2060, largely due to preventable and modifiable lifestyle factors. Making dietary changes, including what we drink every day, could possibly...

Zain Ebrahim

Zain Ebrahim

Science Enthusiast

On April 22, 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced a sweeping artificial dye ban targeting eight petroleum-based synthetic food coloring. During a press conference held by the agencies, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. emphasized their plan to collaborate with food agencies to...

Zain Ebrahim

Zain Ebrahim

Science Enthusiast

About one in eight Americans have taken GLP-1 treatments like Ozempic, making it one of the fastest-growing medical trends in recent years. This powerful compound has rapidly transformed from a diabetes solution to a weight management phenomenon that dominates headlines and social media feeds. Furthermore, research continues to uncover exactly how Ozempic works to create such dramatic...

Catherine Vercuiel

Catherine Vercuiel

Wellness Journalist

Measles is a highly-contagious viral infection, distinctly noted by a particular skin infection, presented as a red rash. It affects the respiratory system and can lead to serious complications and even death. Symptoms attributed to measles include a widespread red rash, cough, fever, and Koplik spots (white spots) in the inner mouth. Once someone is...

Zain Ebrahim

Zain Ebrahim

Science Enthusiast

Dementia symptoms can often appear slowly and subtly, making them easy to overlook at first. You might notice changes in your loved one’s behavior or memory, but it’s not always clear that these are signs of dementia. Early detection is crucial as it allows for more effective interventions and better management of the condition. Some...

Raven Fon

Raven Fon

Relationships & Sociology Expert